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College and University Consulting
We are readily available to assist you at every stage of your college or university journey. Request a complimentary consultation today!
- State License Applications
- Accreditation - Initial & Renewals
- Compliance & Best Practices
- SEVP Certification - International Students
- We are subject matter experts.
- Help clients achieve goals on time.
- Provide mentoring and training.
- Implement industry best practices.
- Our services are scalable and cost-effective.
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Resources for School Owners
College & University Compliance
Serving institutions nationwide
College & University SEVP Certification
Our Consulting Services
Vocational and trade schools complete the SEVP certification process to enroll international students with M1 or F1 visas for on-campus or hybrid programs. Visit our SEVP Certification page for a review of the eligibility requirements, process, and exhibits. We offer SEVP certification consulting services to vocational and trade schools nationwide. Need assistance meeting the eligibility requirements? We can help you achieve this goal.
Colleges and universities are required to obtain a state license to operate. Each US state has a designated office that oversees the licensing and approval of postsecondary institutions. While many states follow similar frameworks, application requirements, timelines, fees, and documentation standards vary. Need help finding the contact information for your home state? Visit our page for a list of state authorization agencies and their contact information.
In general, the new institution application process includes the following steps:
- Prepare a business plan and projected budget
- Register the school corporation
- Open the institution's bank account
- Lease or own a campus location
- Obtain city/county occupational certificate
- Secure financial resources
- Purchase instruction and operation equipment
- Secure services and affiliation agreements
- Obtain board approvals when applicable
- Hire faculty and administrative personnel
- Contract a student information system (SIS)
- Contract online library services and resources
- Contract a certified librarian
- Contract an online learning platform (LMS)
- Submit the application, exhibits, and fees
- Satisfy all application review requests
- The commission votes and grants the license
Count on us to help you with the entire application process, including planning, preparing the application documents, and operations training.
How to Start a College or University
Licensed to Accredited in 4 Milestones
College & University Accreditation
Operating in compliance with state regulations is the basis for your institution's growth. This is the first step if you are planning on pursuing accreditation. We are available to help you accomplish this important milestone.
Our compliance consulting package includes:
- Student Catalog Review.
- Sample Student and Employee Files.
- Program Outcomes Report.
- Policies and Procedures Manual.
- Faculty and Employee Manuals.
- Meeting Guidelines.
- Survey Guidelines.
- Ten Zoom Training Sessions.
- Ten Additional Consulting Hours.
Our accreditation consulting package includes four milestones that will take your institution from Licensed to Accredited in 24 months on average, depending on the accreditation cycle and your school readiness:
Milestone 1 - Aligning with Accreditation Standards.
Milestone 2 - Implementing Annual Evaluations.
Milestone 3 - Preparing Applications & SER Report.
Milestone 4 - Preparing Visits & Exhibits.
This approach allows your institution to commit to one objective and one consulting fee at a time. You may cancel our services at any time without penalties. Each module focuses on one of the Licensed to Accredited Milestones, aligns with 2026 standards, and includes ten (10) live Zoom training sessions.
Need assistance? We are glad to help! We serve institutions in all 50 US states. Request a free consultation by calling 786-618-2277, completing the free session request form, or emailing [email protected]. We are available to provide your college or university with the consulting services needed to achieve your next goal.
Accreditation consulting is one of our areas of expertise. Let us help you achieve this goal! We serve institutions nationwide. Visit our College & University Accreditation page for a review of recommendations, eligibility requirements, process, and services.
Our accreditation consulting packages
Helping You Achieve Your Next Goal - License - Accreditation - SEVP Certification
Visit our resources and references page devoted to school owners for information, among others, on higher-ed publications, a list of recognized higher education accrediting agencies, continuing education, recommended translation and evaluation services, and the Title IV funding application page.